Copycat Chipotle Cilantro-Lime Rice
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4.3
Copycat Chipotle Cilantro-Lime Rice
Description
Copycat Chipotle Cilantro-Lime Rice uses basmati rice cooked by boiling it in salted water with a bay leaf and olive oil. After cooking, the rice is drained and rinsed to remove excess starch, ensuring a light and fluffy texture. The finishing touch is mixing in minced fresh cilantro along with lime and lemon juice, which gives the rice its signature citrusy and fresh herbal notes.
The cooking method permits the rice to maintain individual grains without clumping, providing a clean texture that complements saucier dishes well. The lime and lemon juices brighten the dish and balance the savory saltiness from the cooking water.
This rice is suitable to serve warm or at room temperature alongside grilled meats, beans, or vegetables. Its texture and flavor make it versatile for many dishes where a zesty rice side is desired.
Leftovers can be stored tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to four days. For a closer match to Chipotle’s original rice, you may substitute olive oil with rice bran oil if available.
Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 2 cups basmati rice white or brown
- 2¼ teaspoons salt divided
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons cilantro minced
- 2½ tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Place the water in a large saucepan or stockpot and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the rice, 2 teaspoons of the salt, the bay leaf and olive oil and stir to combine. Allow to return to a boil, then boil, uncovered, for 12 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, drain the rice in a fine-mesh strainer, and rinse with hot water. Transfer the rice to a serving bowl, remove the bay leaf, and stir in the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt, cilantro, lime juice and lemon juice. Serve warm or at room temperature. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Substitute olive oil with rice bran oil for a flavor closer to the original Chipotle rice.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Serve the rice warm or at room temperature depending on your meal preference.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6to 8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 233 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 233kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 892mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 78mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2.8mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.3
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